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North American Desert
Physical features of western North America.
The Mojave Desert is characterized by sparse vegetation adapted to its arid, rocky environment. Typical plants found in this region include:
- Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia): Often considered the most characteristic plant of the Mojave, this treelike yucca is a dominant visual element of the landscape.123
- Creosote bush (Larrea tridentata): A common shrub found throughout the Mojave and neighboring desert regions.123
- Burroweed (Isocoma tenuisecta): A typical shrub of the Mojave ecosystem.12
- Cacti: While less diverse than in the Sonoran Desert, the Mojave is home to occasional cacti, primarily species of Cholla.2